The IFO Institute for Surface Technology stands for scientific independence, accredited test procedures and a practical approach that can only come from over 30 years of industry experience.
As a neutral service provider for craft businesses, medium-sized companies and international corporations alike, we combine technical expertise with short lines of communication and swift decision-making – across all sectors, worldwide.
IFO
Expertise
Our specialist areas
We offer comprehensive support on all aspects of surface technology.
Independent, accredited and practical – since 1995.
From an owner-managed testing laboratory in Schwäbisch Gmünd to an internationally recognised service provider: IFO tests, certifies and conducts research in the field of surface technology – independently and on a scientific basis.
Test procedure according to international standards
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Employees from a wide range of specialisations
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Customers across four continents
QUBUS-IFO Group
Comprehensive expertise for surface technology
IFO and QUBUS are two independent companies with a common conviction: that quality in surface technology can only be achieved when laboratory and consulting, testing and planning, science and practical relevance work together.
Our German site is accredited as a testing laboratory in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 and as a certification body in accordance with 17065. Our location in Dubai, UAE is certified by the IAS. Our laboratory in Hangzhou, China is certified by CNAS and AAMA.
Our main customers come from the automotive industry, construction industry, architecture, mechanical engineering, pipeline construction and electromobility. We test both organic and metallic coating systems for a wide range of applications.
Short-term salt spray tests in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9227 are between 24 and 1,000 hours, depending on the specification. Climate change tests can take several weeks. We offer express processing for urgent enquiries.
Yes, our sworn experts prepare both private and court reports on coating damage. The expert reports include systematic damage analyses, cause assessment and technical responsibility clarification.
We have extensive experience with factory standards from international manufacturers in the automotive, mechanical engineering and architectural sectors. Release tests, supplier qualifications and customer-specific test programmes are part of our standard services.
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We are there for you - competently, directly and without detours.
Whether you have an initial enquiry, an ongoing project or an urgent request - the IFO team is at your side with in-depth expertise and quick decision-making processes. Get in touch with us.
